Demand-growth in support of structural change: Evidence from Nigeria's formal manufacturing sector

Wolf, Christina

doi:10.1016/j.strueco.2023.08.010

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“…Initially, BIP operates as a form of import substitution, wherein import licences for specific products or sectors are limited to a select group of importers who are simultaneously producers. This strategy aims to increase domestic market share and subsidies (originating from the tariff concession), among other benefits, to accelerate investments in the development of domestic substitutes for imports (Akinyoade et al, 2016;Wolf, 2023). While there have been instances where Nigeria's BIP was meticulously crafted after extensive deliberations-such as the sugar sector, outlined in the NSMP 2013-there are also many instances where the BIP was implemented more spontaneously, without comprehensive planning.…”

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Nigeria's Sugar Master Plan: Ignoring losers from industrial policy can be costly

Odijie

2023

Development Policy Review

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MotivationIndustrial policies, as tools for economic advancement, disrupt established systems and practices, leading to disputes. The Nigerian Sugar Master Plan (2013–2024), is just such a case. The Plan proposed to stimulate domestic sugar growing and refining, by restricting imports and providing incentives for investors in sugar estates and refining mills.PurposeThis study examines the impact of industrial policies on different groups, identifying the origins and impacts of subsequent disputes. Specifically, it explores how the failure to anticipate opposition caused the Nigerian Sugar Master Plan to largely fail.Methods and approachInformed by the framework of political settlements, we divide disputes into general (public) and specific (individual), exploring the nuances of each through qualitative analysis. Empirical data from case studies, particularly focusing on disputes over land use and trade in sugar, are used to unravel the layered repercussions of policy‐induced disputes.FindingsUnaddressed disputes, both broader societal and individual, have stymied the objectives of the Nigerian Sugar Master Plan.Land allocations to investors in large‐scale sugar estates have been disputed by disposed farmers, preventing establishment of several estates: production targets for sugar growing have been missed.Importers of refined sugar could not legally continue their trade; instead, some reverted to smuggling in refined sugar, driving down the local prices — and cutting any profits to companies growing and refining sugar.Opposition to the Sugar Plan, despite media campaigns to convince the public to accept it, has caused the Plan in large part to fail.Policy implicationsIndustrial policies need to address the concerns of those potentially losing their businesses, jobs and land to the policies. If not, opposition by losing parties will likely cause the policies to fail.

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Nigeria's Sugar Master Plan: Ignoring losers from industrial policy can be costly

Odijie

2023

Development Policy Review

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Nigeria’s industrial policy transformation in the era of Sino-African cooperation

Odijie

2024

Competition & Change

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This paper examines the changing nature of industrial policies in Africa within the context of Sino-African cooperation, utilizing Nigeria as a case study. It contends that sustained failures of industrial policies, attributed largely to the inability of ruling elites to enforce reciprocal control mechanisms are encouraging policymakers to consider incorporating Chinese investment into their industrial strategies. This integration is driving significant changes in Africa’s industrial policy practice, as national strategies are adjusted to attract and accommodate Chinese capital and technical support. This study leverages a variety of sources including interviews with Nigerian government officials involved in industrial policy design and implementation, industry representatives benefiting from industrial policies, policy documents, and media sources. The research aims to shed light on the dynamic interaction between international development cooperation and domestic policy transformations, illuminating the profound impact of Chinese involvement on Africa’s industrial policy landscape.

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Demand-growth in support of structural change: Evidence from Nigeria's formal manufacturing sector

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Nigeria's Sugar Master Plan: Ignoring losers from industrial policy can be costly

Nigeria's Sugar Master Plan: Ignoring losers from industrial policy can be costly

Nigeria’s industrial policy transformation in the era of Sino-African cooperation

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